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AMERICAN COUNCIL ON
EXERCISE (ACE) PERSONAL
TRANINER (PT) 2026 LATEST VERSION
Question 1
A client who has worked with an ACE certified Personal Trainer for four months has lost body
fat and
increased overall strength. The client now wants to focus on hypertrophy. What would be the MOST
appropriate training volume based on the client's new goal?
Options:
A. 3-6 sets of 6-12 repetitions of each exercise
B. 3-5 sets of 1-2 repetitions of each exercise
C. 1-2 sets of 8-15 repetitions of each exercise
D. 2-6 sets of fewer than 6 repetitions of each exercise
Answer: C
Question 2
What is the primary action at the glenohumeral joint during the concentric phase of a
dumbbell chest press?
Options:
A. Horizontal adduction
B. Abduction
C. Flexion
, 2
D. External rotation
Answer: A
Question 3
In an effort to increase the probability of compliance with a training schedule, a personal
trainer should use
which of the following techniques?
Options:
A. Positive reinforcement
B. Review and rehearsal
C. Progressive reinforcement
D. Constructive criticism
Answer: C
Question 4
A client is planning a weekend ski trip at a high altitude and would like to maximize time on the
slopes. Which
of the following is the BEST recommendation?
Options:
A. "To adjust to the higher altitudes more efficiently, keep breaks to a minimum."
B. "In order to acclimate to the altitude quickly, plan to ski as soon as you arrive.''
C. "To lessen the effects of altitude sickness, attempt the largest hills at the beginning of your ski
trip."
D. "Allow your body to gradually acclimate by waiting until the day after arrival to begin skiing."
Answer: D
Question 5
What advice should an ACE certified Personal Trainer give to outdoor boot camp participants in
order to
remain safe as the temperatures decrease and wind chills Increase?
Options:
AMERICAN COUNCIL ON
EXERCISE (ACE) PERSONAL
TRANINER (PT) 2026 LATEST VERSION
Question 1
A client who has worked with an ACE certified Personal Trainer for four months has lost body
fat and
increased overall strength. The client now wants to focus on hypertrophy. What would be the MOST
appropriate training volume based on the client's new goal?
Options:
A. 3-6 sets of 6-12 repetitions of each exercise
B. 3-5 sets of 1-2 repetitions of each exercise
C. 1-2 sets of 8-15 repetitions of each exercise
D. 2-6 sets of fewer than 6 repetitions of each exercise
Answer: C
Question 2
What is the primary action at the glenohumeral joint during the concentric phase of a
dumbbell chest press?
Options:
A. Horizontal adduction
B. Abduction
C. Flexion
, 2
D. External rotation
Answer: A
Question 3
In an effort to increase the probability of compliance with a training schedule, a personal
trainer should use
which of the following techniques?
Options:
A. Positive reinforcement
B. Review and rehearsal
C. Progressive reinforcement
D. Constructive criticism
Answer: C
Question 4
A client is planning a weekend ski trip at a high altitude and would like to maximize time on the
slopes. Which
of the following is the BEST recommendation?
Options:
A. "To adjust to the higher altitudes more efficiently, keep breaks to a minimum."
B. "In order to acclimate to the altitude quickly, plan to ski as soon as you arrive.''
C. "To lessen the effects of altitude sickness, attempt the largest hills at the beginning of your ski
trip."
D. "Allow your body to gradually acclimate by waiting until the day after arrival to begin skiing."
Answer: D
Question 5
What advice should an ACE certified Personal Trainer give to outdoor boot camp participants in
order to
remain safe as the temperatures decrease and wind chills Increase?
Options:
